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Reading Adventurers Book Club

Reading Adventurers Book Club

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
The Manhasset Public Library

Age Group:

Children
Registration will close on March 2, 2026 @ 2:30pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Book Club members receive a copy of the book to keep!
Make a story related craft!
Decorate a tote bag!
Win prizes!

For second and third graders. Registration required.

Adult painting

Adult Paint Night

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space at The Manhasset Public Library

Program Type:

Art

Age Group:

Adults
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults of all ages and artistic skill levels are invited to explore their creativity. All materials will be supplied. Join instructor Jessica Ressler monthly with a new painting prompt. Follow along or make your own design!

Manhasset quilters

Manhasset Library Quilting Club

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space at The Manhasset Public Library

Program Type:

Art

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on March 3, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the enthusiastic new quilters in our Tuesday afternoon Quilt Club! Make new friends as you get comfortable with quilting terminology and techniques. Fabrics are available each week to practice with, or bring your own.

woman in Pilates pose

Mat Pilates

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at The Manhasset Public Library

Program Type:

Exercise/ Dance

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on March 4, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise/ Dance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Strengthen your core, pelvic floor, muscles and mindset with an invigorating and supportive mixed-ability Pilates class.

chair yoga

Chair Strength Balance and Yoga

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at The Manhasset Public Library

Program Type:

Exercise/ Dance

Age Group:

Adults
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise/ Dance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chair Strength Balance and Yoga with Carolyn

This class is for people who are not comfortable getting up and down from the floor as in a regular yoga or fitness class.&

Yoga class

Basic Yoga

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room at The Manhasset Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

No Prorating 

Class will meet February 26, March 5, 12, 19, April 2, 9, 2026

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Exercise with Mary Lou

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at The Manhasset Public Library

Program Type:

Exercise/ Dance

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on March 13, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise/ Dance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mary Lou for a combination class of stretching, low impact cardio, and strength training with light weights (participants bring their own weights).

Please Note: This is a 6-class session.

tai chi class

Beginner Tai Chi

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room at The Manhasset Public Library

Program Type:

Exercise/ Dance

Age Group:

Adults
Registration will close on March 13, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise/ Dance
Registration Required
Event Details:

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Cooking Demo & Tasting with Chef Rob

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Traditional Irish soda bread. This is a hands on class. Your soda bread will be ready to take home and bake!

Please Bring: a large bowl, Mixing Spoon and a Cookie Tray

Disclaimer(s)

Food/Cooking Program Terms

By registering for this program, you agree to the Manhasset Public Library's program terms. 

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

REGISTRATION FOR Adult Workshop: Oreo Pots of Gold

All Day
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Event Details:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

REGISTRATION FOR Wednesday, March 25 program

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Edible Science/Storybook Science: Let's Make Butter based on Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House in the Big Woods

4:15pm–5:00pm
Children
Food/ Cooking
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 12, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Butter is created when a liquid is turned into a solid through aggressive agitation and/or shaking.  We'll begin with heavy cream in a jar.  As we shake it, we'll begin to see the scientific changes that will soon become solid butt

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Chef Rob Take 'n Make: Grandma's Irish Soda Bread Biscuits

03/16/2026 @ 9:00am–03/19/2026 @ 9:00pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 16, 2026 @ 8:59am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try one of Chef Rob's favorite St. Patrick's Day treat.

Each Take 'n Make contains dry ingredients and the recipe.

Priority to Manhasset Library cardholders. One kit per household please!

Pi Day Mini Pies

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 1, 2026 @ 7:30pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Pi Day and make mini pies to take home and bake!

Adult Workshop: Oreo Pots of Gold

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 11, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Melinda Space in creating fun treats. We'll make Oreo pots of gold along with leprechaun hats made of marshmallow.  

Disclaimer(s)

Food/Cooking Program Terms

By registering for this program, you agree to the Manhasset Public Library's program terms. 

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Potato Chip Blind Taste Test

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 15, 2026 @ 7:30pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can you correctly identify different flavors of potato chips? Get the most correct and win a prize!

REGISTRATION Adult Workshop: Chocolate Molding Demo

All Day
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Event Details:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

REGISTRATION FOR Wednesday, April 16 program

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Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Lemon Raindrop Cookies - Children's Take 'n Make

04/13/2026 @ 9:00am–04/16/2026 @ 8:30pm
Children
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 12, 2026 @ 7:30pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lemon Raindrop Cookies - TAKE 'N MAKE KIT 
Grades 1 - 6 (ONE KIT PER FAMILY)

Rob Take 'n Make: Garlic Rosemary Focaccia

04/13/2026 @ 9:00am–04/16/2026 @ 9:00pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 13, 2026 @ 8:59am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy the fragrance of warm garlic and rosemary baking Chef Rob's focaccia.

Each Take 'n Make contains dry ingredients and the recipe.

Priority to Manhasset Library cardholders. One kit per household please!

Edible Science/Storybook Science: Let's Make Fudge based on Toni Morrison's book, Peeny Butter Fudge

4:15pm–5:00pm
Children
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 29, 2026 @ 7:30pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

With just a few ingredients, we'll create an edible, scientific wonder by turning liquids into something solid.  Each child will create their own tray of fudge to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Food/Cooking Program Terms

By registering for this program, you agree to the Manhasset Public Library's program terms. 

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Adult Workshop: Chocolate Molding Demo

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 1, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Melinda Space as she teaches how solid chocolate is molded and how to make chocolate creams, mints, & cordials. There will be a tasting of all the treats made!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Earth Day Planting: Microgreens

4:15pm–5:15pm
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 29, 2026 @ 7:30pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

With just a few ingredients, we'll create an edible, scientific wonder by turning liquids into something solid.  Each child will create their own tray of fudge to take home.

For Grades 4-8

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

REGISTRATION: Mediterranean Cooking Demo & Tasting with Chef Naela

All Day
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Event Details:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Join Chef Naela for a Mediterranean Cooking Demonstration & Tasting Lunch

Disclaimer(s)

Food/Cooking Program Terms

By registering for this program, you agree to the Manhasset Public Library's program terms. 

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Chef Rob Take 'n Make: Spring Coconut Lemon Shortbread Cookies

05/11/2026 @ 9:00am–05/14/2026 @ 9:00pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 11, 2026 @ 8:59am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome Spring with Chef Rob's zesty cookies.

Each Take 'n Make contains dry ingredients and the recipe.

Priority to Manhasset Library cardholders. One kit per household please!

Edible Science: Pretzel Making

4:15pm–5:15pm
Children
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 3, 2026 @ 7:30pm.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Once again we'll be using yeast as our active ingredient to help our dough rise accordingly.  We will explore two different recipes and cooking styles.  Some will be cooked on-site, while others will be sent home to bake in the ove

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Mediterranean Cooking Demo & Tasting with Chef Naela

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 5, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Chef Naela for a Mediterranean Cooking Demonstration & Tasting Lunch

The menu will include fresh falafel bites, middle eastern salad and rice pudding for dessert

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Food/Cooking Program Terms

By registering for this program, you agree to the Manhasset Public Library's program terms. 

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

REGISTRATION: Cooking Demo & Tasting with Chef Rob

All Day
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Event Details:

REGISTATION IS OPEN FOR CHEF ROB'S JUNE 10 CLASS

All American Crustless Apple Crumb Pie ready to take home and bake. Plus, Chef Rob will demo a ginger scallion dip and roasted shrimp. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Cooking Demo & Tasting with Chef Rob

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Room: Children's Room Multi-Purpose Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

All American Crustless Apple Crumb Pie ready to take home and bake. Plus, Chef Rob will demo a roasted shrimp ginger scallion dip. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food/Cooking Program Terms

By registering for this program, you agree to the Manhasset Public Library's program terms. 

Photo Consent

Photos taken during this program may be used for Library purposes and promotion.

Chef Rob Take 'n Make: Pick Your Own Fruit Galette

06/15/2026 @ 9:00am–06/18/2026 @ 9:00pm
Adults
Food/ Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 15, 2026 @ 8:59am.
Library Branch: The Manhasset Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food/ Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take advantage of your favorite summer fruits with Chef Rob's galette.

Each Take 'n Make contains dry ingredients and the recipe.

Priority to Manhasset Library cardholders. One kit per household please!